January 10 is when non-guaranteed contracts become guaranteed for the remainder of the season and Barrett confirmed that GM John Paxson has told him his contract will be guaranteed, the Chicago Tribune reports.

Barrett could log extensive minutes in Friday's exhibition finale as the battle for the 15th roster spot continues with Luke Schenscher, the Chicago Tribune reports. "Andre's played very well," Chicago coach Scott Skiles said. "It's going to be a very difficult decision."

Barrett quietly is making Bulls' management ponder whether it can afford to keep another small guard on the roster, the Chicago Tribune reports. "If he's not the quickest guy on the team, he's one of the quickest," coach Scott Skiles said. "He makes open shots. He has a good command of the team when he's on the floor. He's a hard worker. There's a lot to like."

Barrett is a point guard in the truest sense and could run an offense in the NBA. His quickness will allow him to take his man off the dribble. He is an above average long-range shooter. Barrett's lack of size will undoubtedly hurt his offensive game at the next level, but the greater concern is his defense, because bigger point guards will create mismatches.